QEII Halifax Infirmary Emergency Department is working with reduced space, which may lead to delays for those with less urgent concerns. Learn more here.
Nova Scotia Health has made changes to parking and the main entrance of the QEII Halifax Infirmary. Learn more.
Metformin is a medication used to help lower high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. This pamphlet explains how to take metformin. Symptoms that require a trip to the nearest Emergency Department are listed.
Record important health information related to your diabetes. Things you can do to best manage your diabetes are listed.
PL-1243: This pamphlet is part of the Diabetes in Children and Youth Series. This pamphlet goes over what you need to know before you meet with a dietitian. The pamphlet includes tips and a sample menu.
PL-1286: This pamphlet is part of the Diabetes in Children and Youth Series. When a child is diagnosed with diabetes, caregivers often put their children’s needs first. This pamphlet has tips on how to take care of your child and yourself as you cope with the change that comes with new diabetes diagnosis.
PL-1286-AR: This pamphlet is part of the Diabetes in Children and Youth Series
This pamphlet gives tips on how to check for ketones, what to do if you are sick, getting enough fluids, and preventing hypoglycemia (low blood sugar).
PL-01345: This pamphlet is part of the Diabetes in Children and Youth Series. This pamphlet explains what diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is and has tips on how to prevent it. Symptoms of DKA are listed and recommendations on when to go to your nearest Emergency Department are given. How to calculate and give insulin to correct glucose is also included.
PL-1131-FR : Ce dépliant fait partie de la série sur le diabète chez les enfants et les jeunes.
This pamphlet explains screening for diabetes after pregnancy including important tests, what to expect if you have diabetes, and what to expect after a normal test result. This pamphlet is also available in French and Arabic.